The qualification is linear with examinations occurring at the end of the respective courses. In Year 1 students study Physical Chemistry (structure, bonding, energetics, calculations from equations, kinetics, equilibria and redox); Inorganic Chemistry (periodicity, Group 2, and Group 7); and Organic Chemistry (Alkanes, Alkenes, Halogenoalkanes, Alcohols and Organic Analysis). In Year 2 students study Physical Chemistry (Thermodynamics, Rate equations, Equilbrium constants, Electrochemistry and Acids and Bases); Inorganic Chemistry (Periodic Properties (Period 3),Transition Metals and Aqueous Ion Reactions); and Organic Chemistry (Optical Isomerism, Compounds with Carbonyl groups, Aromatic chemistry, Amines, Polymers, Amino Acids, Proteins, DNA, Organic Synthesis, and NMR spectroscopy). The course is intellectually stimulating and yet demanding. Students are expected to have a high level of motivation and self-discipline, plus the ability to work independently. Homework is set regularly in the form of experimental reports, research, essays, self-study units and exam questions and past examination papers. Over two years, students complete twelve required practical exercises and are assessed against the 5CPAC criteria. The experiments are assessed in paper 3 at the end of A Level. Students are awarded a pass grade. Students will need to have the following skills: • An interest in other science subjects and mathematics • Understand abstract concepts quickly • Excellent analytical skills • Ability to use technical language concisely • Organise their study pattern carefully • Demonstrate drive and enthusiasm for the subject • The ability to carry out practical work methodically and with due regard for health and safety • A willingness to engage in further reading around the subject • An ability to learn and carry out mathematical calculations e.g. 1. Rearrangement of algebraic equations 2. Calculation of reaction rate 3. Construct graphs correctly 4. Appreciate logarithms and exponential forms 5. Data analysis (means, uncertainties) 6. Rates of change and slopes of graphs
GCSE average of 5 Minimum GCSE Grade 6 in combined Science or Chemistry and Mathematics
A Level Examinations Paper 1: (2h; 105 marks) Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Relevant Practical Skills Paper 2: (2h; 105 marks) Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Relevant Practical Skills Paper 3: (2h; 90 marks) Any Content, Any Practical Skills. 40 marks: Practical Techniques/Data Analysis 20 marks: testing across the Specification 30 marks: Multiple Choice Questions
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | The Grove, Newport Pagnell, MK16 0BJ |
The qualification is linear with examinations occurring at the end of the respective courses. In Year 1 students study Physical Chemistry (structure, bonding, energetics, calculations from equations, kinetics, equilibria and redox); Inorganic Chemistry (periodicity, Group 2, and Group 7); and Organic Chemistry (Alkanes, Alkenes, Halogenoalkanes, Alcohols and Organic Analysis). In Year 2 students study Physical Chemistry (Thermodynamics, Rate equations, Equilbrium constants, Electrochemistry and Acids and Bases); Inorganic Chemistry (Periodic Properties (Period 3),Transition Metals and Aqueous Ion Reactions); and Organic Chemistry (Optical Isomerism, Compounds with Carbonyl groups, Aromatic chemistry, Amines, Polymers, Amino Acids, Proteins, DNA, Organic Synthesis, and NMR spectroscopy). The course is intellectually stimulating and yet demanding. Students are expected to have a high level of motivation and self-discipline, plus the ability to work independently. Homework is set regularly in the form of experimental reports, research, essays, self-study units and exam questions and past examination papers. Over two years, students complete twelve required practical exercises and are assessed against the 5CPAC criteria. The experiments are assessed in paper 3 at the end of A Level. Students are awarded a pass grade. Students will need to have the following skills: • An interest in other science subjects and mathematics • Understand abstract concepts quickly • Excellent analytical skills • Ability to use technical language concisely • Organise their study pattern carefully • Demonstrate drive and enthusiasm for the subject • The ability to carry out practical work methodically and with due regard for health and safety • A willingness to engage in further reading around the subject • An ability to learn and carry out mathematical calculations e.g. 1. Rearrangement of algebraic equations 2. Calculation of reaction rate 3. Construct graphs correctly 4. Appreciate logarithms and exponential forms 5. Data analysis (means, uncertainties) 6. Rates of change and slopes of graphs
GCSE average of 5 Minimum GCSE Grade 6 in combined Science or Chemistry and Mathematics
A Level Examinations Paper 1: (2h; 105 marks) Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Relevant Practical Skills Paper 2: (2h; 105 marks) Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Relevant Practical Skills Paper 3: (2h; 90 marks) Any Content, Any Practical Skills. 40 marks: Practical Techniques/Data Analysis 20 marks: testing across the Specification 30 marks: Multiple Choice Questions